The Credit Card Pre Authorization Form is essential for businesses operating in South Africa that need to secure potential future payments from customers. This document is commonly used in situations where the final transaction amount may vary or where businesses need to verify the availability of funds before providing services. The form must comply with South African legislation, including the Consumer Protection Act, National Credit Act, and Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). It typically includes details of the merchant and cardholder, specific authorization amounts and duration, terms and conditions, and privacy notices. The document serves as both a security measure for businesses and a transparency tool for consumers, clearly outlining the terms under which funds may be held or charged.

1. Merchant Information: Details of the business requesting the pre-authorization, including legal name, registration number, and contact information

2. Cardholder Information: Customer's details including full name, contact information, and billing address as it appears on the credit card statement

3. Card Details: Secure section for credit card information including card type, masked number (showing only last 4 digits), and expiration date

4. Authorization Details: Specific details about the pre-authorization including maximum amount, duration of authorization, and purpose

5. Terms and Conditions: Standard terms governing the pre-authorization including processing timeframes, refund policies, and dispute procedures

6. Privacy Notice: POPIA-compliant statement about how personal and payment information will be collected, stored, and protected

7. Authorization Declaration: Formal statement of authorization from the cardholder, including acknowledgment of terms and conditions